Athol, Industrial town in Worcester County, Massachusetts
Located along the Millers River, Athol extends across 33 square miles of land with an elevation of 166 meters above sea level.
The town transformed from its 1735 settlement named Pequoiag by Native Americans to an industrial center after incorporation as Athol in 1762.
The L.S. Starrett Company, established in 1881, maintains its position as the primary employer while manufacturing precision tools in Athol.
The Athol-Royalston Regional School District serves students from pre-kindergarten through high school across multiple educational facilities.
The annual River Rat Race brings competitors and observers to the Millers River, creating a central gathering point for regional activities.
Location: Worcester County
Inception: 1735
Elevation above the sea: 166 m
Website: http://athol-ma.gov
GPS coordinates: 42.59583,-72.22722
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:55
Harvard Forest
7.8 km
Bear's Den
10.1 km
Doane's Falls
6.3 km
Royalston Falls
13.4 km
Tully Lake
5.5 km
Tully Mountain
6.1 km
Lake Dennison Recreation Area
12.7 km
Templeton Developmental Center
8.9 km
Jacobs Hill
9.1 km
Federated Women's Club State Forest
11.9 km
Brooks Woodland Preserve
12.1 km
North Common Meadow
12.1 km
Tully Trail
6.3 km
Elliott Laurel
12.1 km
Spirit Falls
8.3 km
Whitaker-Clary House
9.5 km
Petersham Common Historic District
12.2 km
Orange Center Historic District
6.8 km
Mount Grace Land Conservation Trust
3.1 km
Old Town Hall
850 m
Baldwinville Village Historic District
12.3 km
Prescott Town House
11.4 km
Royalston Common Historic District
9.6 km
Phillipston Center Historic District
8.9 km
Grand Army of the Republic Hall
6.8 km
Holland-Towne House
11.2 km
Birch Hill Dam
9.4 km
Tully Cemetery
5.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes